Lexmark X203n and X204n Series User's Guide August 2011 www.lexmark.com Machine type(s): 7011 Model(s): 200, 215, 300, 315

Contents Safety information.......................................................................................9 Learning about the printer.........................................................................11 Thank you for choosing this printer!.......................................................................................................11 Finding information about the

Paper capacities......................................................................................................................................37 Paper and specialty media guidelines.........................................................38 Paper

Reducing or enlarging copies............................................................................................................................53 Making a copy lighter or darker........................................................................................................................54 Adjusting copy quality

Using the address book ....................................................................................................................................77 Customizing fax settings..........................................................................................................................78 Changing the fax resolution

Network Reports menu ..................................................................................................................................107 Network Card menu........................................................................................................................................108 TCP/IP menu

Load with ........................................................................................................................................130 Network/Network ....................................................................................................................................130 Programming Engine Code DO NOT POWER OFF

Poor scanned image quality............................................................................................................................148 Cannot scan from a computer ........................................................................................................................148 Cannot create a Scan

Safety information Connect the power cord to a properly grounded electrical outlet that is near the product and easily accessible. Do not place or use this product near water or wet locations. CAUTION—POTENTIAL INJURY: This product uses a laser. Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure. This product

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. Safety information 10

Learning about the printer Thank you for choosing this printer! We've worked hard to make sure it will meet your needs. To start using your new printer right away, use the setup materials that came with the printer, and then skim the User’s Guide to learn how to perform basic tasks. To get the most out of your printer, read the User’s Guide carefully, and make sure you check the latest

What are you looking for? Find it here The latest supplemental information, updates, and technical Lexmark Support Web site—support.lexmark.com support: Note: Select your region, and then select your product • Documentation to view the appropriate support site. • Driver downloads Support telephone numbers and hours of operation for • Live chat support your region or country can be found

5 1 @!. 2 ABC 4 GHI 3 DEF 5 JKL 7 PQRS 6 MNO 8 TUV 9 WXYZ * 0 # 4 1 3 2 1 Left Side 31 cm (12 in.) 2 Right Side 31 cm (12 in.) 3 Front 41 cm (16 in.) 4 Rear 15 cm (6 in.) 5 Top 31 cm (12 in.) Printer configurations Basic model The following illustration shows the printer front with its basic features or parts: Learning about the printer 13

4 GHI 1 @!. 2 ABC 5 JKL 3 DEF 1 7 PQRS 6 MNO 8 TUV 9 WXY * Z 7 0 # 2 6 3 4 5 1 Printer control panel 2 Standard exit bin 3 Paper stop 4 Manual feeder 5 Paper tray (250 sheets) 6 Front door 7 Front door release button Configured model The following illustration shows the fully configured printer: Learning about the printer 14

1 4 GHI 1 @!. 2 ABC 3 DEF 2 5 JKL 7 PQRS 6 MNO 8 TUV 9 WXY * Z 8 0 # 3 7 4 5 6 1 Automatic Document Feeder (ADF) 2 Printer control panel 3 Standard exit bin 4 Paper stop 5 Manual feeder 6 Paper tray (250 sheets) 7 Front door 8 Front door release button Basic functions of the scanner The scanner provides copy, fax, and scan-to-network capability. Note: Fax is supported on selected models only.

Understanding the ADF and scanner glass Automatic Document Feeder (ADF) Scanner glass C B * 4 GHI 7 PQRS 1 @!. 8 TUV 0 2 ABC 5 JKL 6 MNO 9 WXYZ 3 DEF A # A B C 1 @!. 2 ABC 4 GHI 3 DEF 5 JKL 7 PQRS 6 MNO 8 TUV * 0 9 WXY Z # Use the scanner glass for single pages, small items (such as postcards or photos), transparencies, photo paper, or thin media (such as magazine clippings). Use the ADF for

Understanding the printer control panel 1 2 3 Copy Menu Hook Stop/Cancel 1@!. 2 ABC 3 DEF Scan/Email 4 5 JKL 6 MNO Fax Select Redial/Pause 7 PQRS 8 TUV 9 WXYZ Back Start 0 # Options Address Book * Shortcuts Item Description 1 Selections and Select a function such as Copy, Scan/Email, Fax, or Options. Use the address book when scanning settings to e‑mail. Note: Fax mode is not available on

2 1 3 Menu Stop/Cancel Back Select Start 9 4 8 7 6 5 Item Description 1 Menu Enters the administration menus 2 Display View scanning, copying, faxing, and printing options as well as status and error messages 3 Stop/Cancel • Stops printing • Exits a menu and returns to Ready 4 Start Starts a copy, scan, or fax job 5 Right arrow Scrolls right 6 Select Accepts menu selections and settings 7

Item Description 8 Indicator light • Off—The power is off. • Blinking green—The printer is warming up, processing data, or printing. • Solid green—The printer is on, but idle. • Blinking red—Operator intervention is needed. 9 Back Returns to the previous menu 2 1 Hook 1@!. 2 ABC 3 DEF 4 5 JKL 6 MNO Redial/Pause 7 PQRS 8 TUV 9 WXYZ 5 0 # Address Book * Shortcuts 4 3 Item

Item Description 4 Address Book Access any of the programmed shortcuts (1‑99) for fax and e‑mail. Note: Fax mode is not available on selected printer models. 5 Redial/Pause • Press the Redial/Pause button to cause a two- or three-second dial pause in a fax number. In the Fax To: field, a Dial Pause is represented by a comma (,). • Press the Redial/Pause button to redial a fax number. •

Additional printer setup Attaching cables 1 Connect the power cord to the printer first and then to a wall outlet. 2 Connect the printer to a computer or a network. • For a local connection, make sure to install the printer CD before connecting a USB cable. • For a network connection, connect an Ethernet cable before installing the printer CD. 3 1 2 1 Ethernet port 2 USB port 3 Printer power

For Macintosh users 1 Close all open software applications. 2 Insert the Software and Documentation CD. 3 From the Finder desktop, double-click the printer CD icon that automatically appears. 4 Double-click the Install icon. 5 Follow the instructions on the screen. Using the World Wide Web 1 Go to the Lexmark Web site at www.lexmark.com. 2 From the Drivers & Downloads menu, click Driver Finder. 3

4 Press the arrow buttons until Network Setup Page appears, and then press . After the network setup page prints, Ready appears. 5 Check the first section on the network setup page, and confirm that Status is “Connected.” If Status is “Not Connected,” the LAN drop may not be active, or the network cable may be malfunctioning. Consult a system support person for a solution, and then print

4 Install the drivers and add the printer. a Install a PPD file on the computer: 1 Insert the Software and Documentation CD in the CD or DVD drive. 2 Double-click the installer package for the printer. 3 From the Welcome screen, click Continue. 4 Click Continue again after viewing the Readme file. 5 Click Continue after viewing the license agreement, and then click Agree to accept the terms of

Minimizing your printer's environmental impact Lexmark is committed to environmental sustainability and is continually improving its printers to reduce their impact on the environment. We design with the environment in mind, engineer our packaging to reduce materials, and provide collection and recycling programs. For more information, see: • The Notices chapter • The Environmental

Choose scanning You can avoid making a paper output of a document or photograph by scanning it and then saving it to a computer program or application. For more information, see: • “Scanning to a computer” on page 82 • “E-mailing a document” on page 59 Check your first draft for accuracy Before printing or making multiple copies of a document: • Use the Lexmark preview feature,

3 Press the arrow buttons until General Settings appears, and then press . 4 Press the arrow buttons until Eco‑Mode appears, and then press . 5 Select the setting you want, and then press . Submitting changes appears. Adjusting Power Saver 1 Make sure the printer is on and Ready appears. 2 From the printer control panel, press . 3 Press the arrow buttons until Settings appears, and then press .

Expanded polystyrene (EPS) foam used in Lexmark packaging is recyclable where foam recycling facilities exist. Facilities may not exist in your area. For information on EPS foam recycling locations: 1 Visit EPS Recycling International's Web site at www.epsrecycling.org/pages/intcon.html. 2 Select your country or region from the list, and then click the links or use the contact information

4 Press the arrow buttons until Quiet Mode appears, and then press . 5 Select the setting you want, and then press . Submitting changes appears. Minimizing your printer's environmental impact 29

Loading paper and specialty media This section explains how to load the 250-sheet tray and the manual feeder. It also includes information about paper orientation and setting the Paper Size and Paper Type. Setting the Paper Size and Paper Type To print on a different size or type of paper, load the paper and then change the printer settings. 1 Make sure the printer is on and Ready appears. 2 From

Specify a unit of measurement 1 Make sure the printer is on and Ready appears. 2 From the printer control panel, press . Paper Menu appears. 3 Press . 4 Press the arrow buttons until Universal Setup appears, and then press . 5 Press the arrow buttons until Units of Measure appears, and then press . 6 Press the arrow buttons until the correct unit of measure appears, and then press . Submitting

Loading the paper tray Do not load the paper tray while a job prints or while Busy appears on the display. Doing so may cause a paper jam. 1 Pull the paper tray completely out. 1 @!. 2 ABC 4 GHI 3 DEF 5 JKL 7 PQRS 6 MNO 8 TUV 9 WXYZ * 0 # 2 Squeeze the width guide tabs on the right guide as shown, and slide the width guides to the sides of the tray. The width guides move in unison. 1 2 Loading

3 Squeeze the length guide tabs together as shown, and then slide the length guide to the correct position for the paper size. Use the size indicators on the bottom of the tray to help position the guide. If you are loading a longer size of paper, then squeeze the length guide tab and slide the length guide backward to the correct position for the paper size. The tray extends backward as shown.

4 Flex the sheets back and forth to loosen them, and then fan them. Do not fold or crease the paper. Straighten the edges on a level surface. 5 Load the paper stack toward the back of the tray as shown with the recommended print side facedown. Note: The maximum fill line on the side of the width guide indicates the maximum height for loading paper. Do not overload the tray. Load letterhead with

6 Squeeze the width guide tabs on the right guide, and then slide the width guides to lightly touch the side of the stack. 1 2 7 Insert the paper tray. 1 @!. 2 ABC 4 GHI 3 DEF 5 JKL 7 PQRS 6 MNO 8 TUV 9 WXYZ * 0 # 8 If the paper type you loaded differs from the type that was previously loaded in the tray, then change the Paper Type setting for the tray. Using the manual feeder The manual feeder

3 Push the paper further into the manual feeder until the printer pulls it in. Warning—Potential Damage: Do not force the paper into the feeder. Forcing the paper causes jams. 1 @!. 2 ABC 4 GHI 3 DEF 5 JKL 7 PQRS 6 MNO 8 TUV 9 WXYZ * 0 # Notes: • Load letterhead faceup, with the top of the sheet entering first. • Load envelopes with the flap side down and with the stamp area as shown. 1 @!.

Paper capacities Paper type Paper tray Manual feeder Paper1 250 sheets 1 sheet Labels2 50 sheets 1 sheet Transparencies 50 1 Envelopes X 1 1 Based on 75 g/m2 (20 lb) paper 2Single-sided paper labels designed for laser printers are supported for occasional use: no more than 20 pages of labels a month. Vinyl, pharmacy, and dual-web labels are not supported. The standard exit bin capacity is 150

Paper and specialty media guidelines Paper guidelines Selecting the correct paper or specialty media reduces printing problems. For the best print quality, try a sample of the paper or specialty media before buying large quantities. Paper characteristics The following paper characteristics affect print quality and reliability. Consider these characteristics when evaluating new paper stock. Weight

Fiber content Most high‑quality xerographic paper is made from 100% chemically treated pulped wood. This content provides the paper with a high degree of stability resulting in fewer paper feeding problems and better print quality. Paper containing fibers such as cotton can negatively affect paper handling. Unacceptable paper The following paper types are not recommended for use with the

Preprinted papers such as letterhead must be able to withstand temperatures up to 225°C (437°F) without melting or releasing hazardous emissions. Using recycled paper and other office papers As an environmentally conscious company, Lexmark supports the use of recycled office paper produced specifically for use in laser (electrophotographic) printers. In 1998, Lexmark presented to the US

Supported paper sizes, types, and weights The following tables provide information on standard and optional paper sources and the types of paper they support. Note: For an unlisted paper size, select the closest larger listed size. For information on card stock and labels, see the Card Stock & Label Guide. Paper types and weights supported by the printer The printer engine and manual feeder

Paper size1 Dimensions Paper tray (250 sheets) Manual feeder (1 sheet) A4 210 x 297 mm (8.3 x 11.7 in.) A52 148 x 210 mm (5.8 x 8.3 in.) Executive 184 x 267 mm (7.3 x 10.5 in.) Folio 216 x 330 mm (8.5 x 13 in.) JIS B52 182 x 257 mm (7.2 x 10.1 in.) Legal 216 x 356 mm (8.5 x 14 in.) Letter 216 x 279 mm (8.5 x 11 in.) Oficio 216 x 340 mm (8.5 x 13.4 in.) Statement2 140 x 216 mm (5.5 x 8.5 in.)

Printing This chapter covers printing, printer reports, and job cancelation. Selection and handling of paper and specialty media can affect how reliably documents print. For more information, see “Avoiding jams” on page 136 and “Storing paper” on page 40. Printing a document 1 From the printer control panel Paper menu, set the Paper Type and Paper Size to match the loaded paper. 2 Send

3 Flip the printed document, and then load it in the paper tray as shown. 1 @!. 2 ABC 4 GHI 3 DEF 5 JKL 7 PQRS 6 MNO 8 TUV 9 WXYZ * 0 1 @!. # 2 ABC 4 GHI 3 DEF 5 JKL 7 PQRS 6 MNO 8 TUV 9 WXYZ * 0 # A B C C AB 4 Send the second page of the print job. Printing specialty documents Tips on using letterhead • Use letterhead designed specifically for laser printers. • Print samples on the

When printing on transparencies: • Feed transparencies from the standard 250‑sheet tray or the manual feeder. • Use transparencies designed specifically for laser printers. Check with the manufacturer or vendor to ensure transparencies are able to withstand temperatures up to 190°C (374°F) without melting, discoloring, offsetting, or releasing hazardous emissions. Note: Transparencies can

Tips on using labels Print samples on the labels being considered for use before buying large quantities. Note: Use only paper label sheets. Vinyl, pharmacy, and dual‑sided labels are not supported. For detailed information on label printing, characteristics, and design, see the Card Stock & Label Guide available on the Lexmark Web site at www.lexmark.com/publications. When printing on labels:

Printing information pages See “Printing a menu settings page” on page 22 and “Printing a network setup page” on page 22 for more information on printing these pages. Printing a font sample list To print samples of the fonts currently available for your printer: 1 Make sure the printer is on and Ready appears. 2 From the printer control panel, press . 3 Press the arrow buttons until

In Windows XP: 1 Click Start. 2 From Printers and Faxes, double‑click the printer icon. 3 Select the job to cancel. 4 From the keyboard, press Delete. From the Windows taskbar: When you send a job to print, a small printer icon appears in the right corner of the taskbar. 1 Double‑click the printer icon. A list of print jobs appears in the printer window. 2 Select a job to cancel. 3 From the

Copying ADF Scanner glass C B A A B C Use the ADF for multiple‑page documents. 1 @!. 2 ABC 4 GHI 3 DEF 5 JKL 7 PQRS 6 MNO 8 TUV * 0 9 WXY Z # Note: The ADF is available on selected models only. Use the scanner glass for single pages, small items (such as postcards or photos), transparencies, photo paper, or thin media (such as magazine clippings). Making copies Making a quick copy 1 Load an

5 From the printer control panel, press . 6 Press to return to Ready. Copying using the scanner glass 1 Place an original document facedown on the scanner glass in the upper left corner. 2 From the printer control panel, press the Copy button, or use the keypad to enter the number of copies. 3 Change the copy settings as needed. 4 From the printer control panel, press . 5 Place the next document

5 Flip the copy, and then load it in the paper tray. 1 @!. 2 ABC 4 GHI 3 DEF 5 JKL 7 PQRS 6 MNO 8 TUV 9 WXYZ * 0 1 @!. # 2 ABC 4 GHI 3 DEF 5 JKL 7 PQRS 6 MNO 8 TUV 9 WXYZ * 0 # A B C C AB 6 Press 1 on the keypad to copy the second side of the original document. 7 Press 2 to indicate that there are no more pages to copy. Copying photos 1 Place a photo facedown on the scanner glass in the upper

Copying on specialty media Copying to transparencies 1 Load an original document faceup, short edge first into the ADF or facedown on the scanner glass. Note: Do not load postcards, photos, small items, transparencies, photo paper, or thin media (such as magazine clippings) into the ADF. Place these items on the scanner glass. 2 If you are loading a document into the ADF, then adjust the paper

Customizing copy settings Copying from one size to another 1 Load an original document faceup, short edge first into the ADF or facedown on the scanner glass. Note: Do not load postcards, photos, small items, transparencies, photo paper, or thin media (such as magazine clippings) into the ADF. Place these items on the scanner glass. 2 If you are loading a document into the ADF, then adjust the

6 Press the arrow buttons until the scale option you want appears, and then press . If you selected Custom, select a custom size: a Press the arrow buttons to decrease or increase the size, or enter a number between 50 and 400 on the keypad. b Press . 7 Press . 8 If you placed the document on the scanner glass and have additional pages to copy, then place the next page on the scanner glass, and

Collating copies If you print multiple copies of a document, then you can choose to print each copy as a set (collated) or to print the copies as groups of pages (not collated). Collated Not collated If you want to collate your copies, then select On. If you do not want to collate your copies, then select Off. To select a Collate setting: 1 Load an original document faceup, short edge first into

6 Select the output you want, and then press . For example, if you have four portrait-oriented original documents that you want copied to the same side of one sheet, then select 4 on 1 Portrait, and then press . 7 Press . 8 If you placed the document on the scanner glass and have additional pages to copy, then place the next page on the scanner glass, and then press 1 on the keypad. Otherwise,

Question Tip When should I use • Use Text/Photo mode when copying an original document that contains a mixture of text Text/Photo mode? and graphics. • Text/Photo mode is recommended for magazine articles, business graphics, and brochures. When should I use Use Photograph mode when the original document is a high-quality print or photograph. Photograph mode? Copying 57

E-mailing ADF Scanner glass C B A A B C Use the ADF for multiple‑page documents. 1 @!. 2 ABC 4 GHI 3 DEF 5 JKL 7 PQRS 6 MNO 8 TUV * 0 9 WXY Z # Note: The ADF is available on selected models only. Use the scanner glass for single pages, small items (such as postcards or photos), transparencies, photo paper, or thin media (such as magazine clippings). You can use the printer to e‑mail scanned

3 Click E-mail/FTP Settings. 4 Click Manage E-mail Shortcuts. 5 Fill in the fields with the appropriate information. 6 Click Add. Creating an e-mail shortcut using the Embedded Web Server 1 Type the printer IP address into the address field of your Web browser. Note: If you do not know the IP address of the printer, then print a network setup page and locate the IP address in the TCP/IP section.

Using the address book a After selecting Search on the printer control panel, press the arrow buttons until the address you want appears. b Press repeatedly until Entry Saved appears, followed by Another E‑mail? 1=Yes 2=NO. c Press 1 to search for another address, or press 2 to end the search. After you press 2, Press Start To Begin appears. d Press . Manually entering an e‑mail address

Sending an e-mail using the address book 1 Load an original document faceup, short edge first into the ADF or facedown on the scanner glass. Note: Do not load postcards, photos, small items, transparencies, photo paper, or thin media (such as magazine clippings) into the ADF. Place these items on the scanner glass. 2 If you are loading a document into the ADF, then adjust the paper guides. 3 From

Faxing Note: The fax feature is available only on selected printer models. ADF Scanner glass C B A A B C Use the ADF for multiple‑page documents. 1 @!. 2 ABC 4 GHI 3 DEF 5 JKL 7 PQRS 6 MNO 8 TUV * 0 9 WXY Z # Note: The ADF is available on selected models only. Use the scanner glass for single pages, small items (such as postcards or photos), transparencies, photo paper, or thin media (such as

1 When Station Name appears, enter the name to be printed on all outgoing faxes. a Press the button on the numeric keypad that corresponds with the number or letter you want. The first time you press the button, the number for that button appears. When you press the button again, one of the letters assigned to that button appears. b Press the right arrow button to move to the next space, or wait

Equipment and service options Fax connection setup Connect directly to the telephone line See “Connecting to an analog telephone line” on page 64 Connect to a Digital Subscriber Line (DSL or ADSL) See “Connecting to a DSL service” on page 64. service Connect to a Private Branch eXchange (PBX) or See “Connecting to a PBX or ISDN system” on page 65. Integrated Services Digital Network

3 Connect the DSL filter cable to an active telephone wall jack. 1 3 2 Connecting to a PBX or ISDN system If you use a PBX or ISDN converter or terminal adapter, then follow these steps to connect the equipment: 1 Connect one end of the telephone cable that came with the printer to the printer LINE port . 2 Connect the other end of the telephone cable to the port designated for fax and telephone

To disable a distinctive ring pattern: 1 From the printer control panel, press . 2 Press the arrow buttons until Settings appears, and then press . 3 Press the arrow buttons until Fax Settings appears, and then press . 4 Press the arrow buttons until Distinctive Rings appears, and then press . 5 Press the arrow buttons until a distinctive ring pattern you do not want to use appears, and then

Use one of the following methods: Answering machine Answering machine and telephone Telephone or a telephone with an integrated answering machine Faxing 67

Connecting to an adapter for your country or region The following countries or regions may require a special adapter to connect the telephone cable to the active telephone wall jack: Country/region • Austria • New Zealand • Cyprus • Netherlands • Denmark • Norway • Finland • Portugal • France • Sweden • Germany • Switzerland • Ireland • United Kingdom • Italy

Use one of the following methods: Answering machine Telephone Faxing 69

Austria, Germany, and Switzerland There is a special RJ‑11 plug installed in the printer EXT port . Do not remove this plug. It is necessary for the proper operation of the fax function and connected telephones. Connecting to a telephone wall jack in Germany Note: There is a special RJ‑11 plug installed in the printer EXT port . Do not remove this plug. It is necessary for the proper

3 Connect the adapter into the N slot of an active analog telephone wall jack. 4 If you would like to use the same line for both fax and telephone communication, then connect a second telephone line (not provided) between the telephone and the F slot of an active analog telephone wall jack. 5 If you would like to use the same line for recording messages on your answering machine, then connect a

Connecting to a computer with a modem Connect the printer to a computer with a modem to send faxes from the software program. Note: Setup steps may vary depending on your country or region. 1 Connect one end of the telephone cable that came with the printer to the printer LINE port . 2 Connect the other end of the telephone cable to an active analog telephone wall jack. 3 Remove the protective

5 Connect an additional telephone cord (not provided) from the computer modem to the printer EXT port . Setting the outgoing fax name and number To have the designated fax name and fax number printed on outgoing faxes: 1 Type the printer IP address into the address field of your Web browser. Note: If you do not know the IP address of the printer, then print a network setup page and locate the

5 In the Network Time Protocol section, select Enable NTP. Note: If you prefer to set the date and time manually, click inside the Manually Set Date & Time box, and then enter the current date and time. 6 Verify that the time zone is correct. 7 Click Submit. Sending a fax Sending a fax using the printer control panel 1 Load an original document faceup, short edge first into the ADF or facedown on

For Mac OS X version 10.5 users The steps for sending a fax from the computer vary depending on your operating system. For specific instructions using other Macintosh OS versions, see your Mac OS Help. 1 With a document open, choose File > Print. 2 From the Printer pop‑up menu, choose your printer. Note: In order to see the fax options on the Print dialog, you must use the fax driver for your

Creating shortcuts Creating a fax destination shortcut using the Embedded Web Server Instead of entering the entire phone number of a fax recipient on the printer control panel each time you want to send a fax, you can create a permanent fax destination and assign a shortcut number. A shortcut can be created to a single fax number or a group of fax numbers. 1 Type the printer IP address into the

Using shortcuts and the address book Using fax shortcuts Fax shortcuts are just like the speed dial numbers on a telephone or fax machine. You can assign shortcut numbers when creating permanent fax destinations. You create permanent fax destinations or speed dial numbers in the Manage Shortcuts link located under Settings on the Embedded Web Server. A shortcut number (1–99999) can contain a

Customizing fax settings Changing the fax resolution Adjusting the resolution setting changes the quality of the fax. Settings range from Standard (fastest speed) to Super Fine (slowest speed, highest resolution). 1 Load an original document faceup, short edge first into the ADF or facedown on the scanner glass. Note: Do not load postcards, photos, small items, transparencies, photo paper, or

4 Click Analog Fax Setup. 5 Select Block No Name Fax. This option blocks all incoming faxes that have a private caller ID or no fax station name. 6 In the Banned Fax List field, enter the phone numbers or fax station names of specific fax callers you want to block. 7 Click Submit. Viewing a fax log 1 Type the printer IP address into the address field of your Web browser. Note: If you do not know

Resolution This option increases how closely the scanner examines the document you want to fax. If you are faxing a photo, a drawing with fine lines, or a document with very small text, increase the Resolution setting. This increases the amount of time required for the scan and increases the quality of the fax output. • Standard—Suitable for most documents • Fine—Recommended for documents

7 Click inside the Forward to Shortcut box, and then enter the shortcut number where you want the fax forwarded. Note: The shortcut number must be a valid shortcut number for the setting that was selected in the “Forward to” box. 8 Click Submit. Faxing 81

Scanning to a computer ADF Scanner glass C B A A B C Use the ADF for multiple‑page documents. 1 @!. 2 ABC 4 GHI 3 DEF 5 JKL 7 PQRS 6 MNO 8 TUV * 0 9 WXY Z # Note: The ADF is available on selected models only. Use the scanner glass for single pages, small items (such as postcards or photos), transparencies, photo paper, or thin media (such as magazine clippings). The scanner lets you scan

d Press the arrow buttons until Profiles appears, and then press . e Press # , and then enter the shortcut number. f Press . 9 Return to the computer to view the file. The output file is saved in the location you specified or launched in the program you specified. Understanding scan profile options These options let you select preset formats or customize the scan job settings. You can adjust

Page Options Choose To Duplex Tell the printer if your original document is simplex (printed on one side) or duplex (printed on both sides). This lets the scanner know what needs to be scanned for inclusion in the document. Note: Duplex may not be available on all printer models. Orientation Tell the printer whether the original document is in portrait or landscape orientation and then change the

Question Tip When should I use • Use Text/Photo mode when scanning an original document that contains a mixture of text Text/Photo mode? and graphics. • Text/Photo mode is recommended for magazine articles, business graphics, and brochures. When should I use Photo Use Photograph mode when the original document is a high-quality print or photograph. mode? Using the Scan Center software

Understanding printer menus Menus list A number of menus are available to make it easy for you to change the default printer settings: Paper Menu Reports Default Source Menu Settings Page Size/Type Device Statistics Paper Texture Network Setup Page Paper Weight Shortcut List Paper Loading Fax Job Log Custom Types Fax Call Log Universal Setup E‑Mail Shortcuts Fax Shortcuts Profiles List

Size/Type menu Menu item Description Select Source menu Note: These menus let you specify the installed paper size and type in the Tray 1 selected tray or manual feeder. Manual Paper Manual Env Set Size menu for Tray 1 Lets you specify the paper size loaded in Tray 1 A4 Note: Letter is the US factory default setting. A4 is the international factory A5 default setting. JIS B5 Executive Folio Legal

Menu item Description Set Type menu for Tray 1 Lets you specify the type of paper loaded in Tray 1 Plain Paper Notes: Card Stock Transparency • Plain Paper is the factory default setting for Tray 1. Recycled • If available, a user‑defined name will appear instead of Custom Labels Type . Bond Letterhead Preprinted Colored Paper Light Paper Heavy Paper Rough/Cotton Custom Type Set Type

Paper Texture menu In the Paper Texture menu, the Select Type and Select Texture features work together to enable you to select the texture for a specific type of paper. Menu item Description Select Type Specifies the paper type Plain Texture Card Stock Texture Transparency Texture Recycled Texture Labels Texture Bond Texture Envelope Texture Rough Envelope Texture Letterhead Texture Preprinted

Paper Weight menu In the Paper Weight menu, the Select Type and Select Weight features work together to enable you to select the weight for a specific type of paper. Menu item Description Select Type Specifies the paper type Plain Weight Card Stock Weight Transparency Weight Recycled Weight Labels Weight Bond Weight Envelope Weight Rough Envelope Weight Letterhead Weight Preprinted Weight Colored

Menu item Description Recycled Assign a paper type for the Recycled paper type loaded, and it will also be the Paper Recycled paper type in other menus. Card Stock Notes: Transparency • Paper is the factory default setting. Labels Envelope • The Recycled type must be supported by the selected tray or feeder in order for you to print from that source. Rough/Cotton Custom Scan Sizes menu Menu

Menu item Description Custom Scan Size Specifies a custom scan size name and options Width Notes: 1–8.50 inches (25–216 mm) Height • The display shows “Custom Scan Size” unless you have named the menu item differently. 1–14 inches (25–356 mm) Orientation • 4.65 inches is the US factory default setting for Width for Size 1. 118 millimeters is the international factory default

Menu item Description Portrait Height Sets the portrait height 3–14.17 inches Notes: 76–360 mm • If the height exceeds the maximum, then the printer uses the maximum height allowed. • 14 inches is the US factory default setting. Inches can be increased in 0.01‑inch increments. • 356 mm is the international factory default setting. Millimeters can be increased in 1‑mm increments.

Menu item Description Asset Report Prints a report containing asset information, including the printer serial number and model name. The report contains text and UPC barcodes that can be scanned into an asset database. Settings menu General Settings menu Menu item Description Display Language Sets the language of the text appearing on the display English Note: All languages may not be available

Menu item Description Quiet Mode Reduces the amount of noise produced by the printer Off Notes: On • Off is the factory default setting. • On configures the printer to produce as little noise as possible. Run Initial setup Instructs the printer to run the setup wizard Yes Notes: No • Yes is the factory default setting. • After completing the setup wizard by selecting Done at the Country

Menu item Description Timeouts Sets the amount of time in seconds the printer waits to receive an Print Timeout end‑of‑job message before canceling the remainder of the print job Disabled Notes: 1–255 • 90 seconds is the factory default setting. • When the timer expires, any partially printed page still in the printer is printed, and then the printer checks to see if any new print jobs

Menu item Description Paper Saver Sets two or four sheets of an original document together on the same page Off Note: Off is the factory default setting. 2 on 1 Portrait 2 on 1 Landscape 4 on 1 Portrait 4 on 1 Landscape Print Page Borders Specifies whether a border is printed around the edge of the page at the margins On Note: Off is the factory default setting. Off Collate Keeps the pages of a

Menu item Description Scan edge to edge Specifies if the original document is scanned edge-to‑edge prior to copying On Note: Off is the factory default setting. Off Sharpness Adjusts the sharpness of a copy 1–5 Note: 3 is the factory default setting. Fax Settings menu General Fax Settings Menu item Description Station Name Specifies the fax station name of the printer Station Number Specifies

Menu item Description Original Size Specifies the paper size of the document that is being scanned Mixed Sizes Note: Mixed Sizes is the US factory default setting. A4 is the international factory Letter default setting. Legal Executive Folio Statement A4 A5 JIS B5 Universal 4x6 3x5 Business Card Oficio (Mexico) ID Card Custom Scan Sizes Content Specifies the type of content that will be scanned

Menu item Description Driver to fax Allows driver to fax jobs to be sent by the printer Yes Note: Yes is the factory default setting. No Dial Mode Specifies the dialing sound, either as a tone or a pulse Tone Note: Tone is the factory default setting. Pulse Max Speed Specifies the maximum speed in baud at which faxes are sent 2400 Note: 33600 baud is the factory default setting. 4800 9600 14400

Menu item Description Auto Reduction Scales an incoming fax job so it fits the size of the paper loaded in the designated fax On source Off Note: On is the factory default setting. Fax Footer Prints the transmission information at the bottom of each page from a received fax On Note: Off is the factory default setting. Off Max Speed Specifies the maximum speed in baud at which faxes are received

Speaker Settings Menu item Description Speaker Mode Notes: Always Off • Always Off turns the speaker off. On until Connected • “On until Connected” is the factory default setting. The speaker is on and Always On issues a noise until the fax connection is made. • Always On turns the speaker on. Speaker Volume Controls the volume setting High Note: High is the factory default setting.

Menu item Description Print Area Sets the logical and physical printable area Normal Notes: Whole Page • Normal is the factory default setting. When attempting to print data in the non‑printable area defined by the Normal setting, the printer clips the image at the boundary. • The Whole Page setting allows the image to be moved into the non‑printable area defined by the Normal setting,

Menu item Description Orientation Specifies the orientation of a multiple‑page sheet Auto Notes: Landscape Portrait • Auto is the factory default setting. The printer chooses between portrait and landscape. • Long Edge uses landscape. • Short Edge uses portrait. N‑Up Border Prints a border around each page image None Note: None is the factory default setting. Solid Quality menu Menu

PostScript menu Menu item Description Print PS Error Prints a page containing the PostScript error On Note: Off is the factory default setting. Off PCL Emul menu Menu item Description Font Source Specifies the set of fonts available Resident Notes: Download All • Resident is the factory default setting. It shows the factory default set of fonts downloaded into RAM. • Download appears only if

Menu item Description PCL Emulation Settings Sets the printer to print on A4‑size paper A4 Width Notes: 198 mm 203 mm • 198 mm is the factory default setting. • The 203 mm setting sets the width of the page to allow the printing of eighty 10‑pitch characters. PCL Emulation Settings Specifies whether the printer automatically performs a carriage return (CR) after Auto CR after LF a line

Menu item Description NPA Mode Sets the printer to perform the special processing required for bidirectional Off communication following the conventions defined by the NPA protocol Auto Notes: • Auto is the factory default setting. • Changing this setting from the printer control panel and then exiting the menus causes the printer to restart. The menu selection is updated. Network Buffer Sets

Network/Ports > Standard Network or Network > Std Network Setup or Net Setup > Reports or Network Reports Menu item Description Print Setup Page Prints a report containing information about the current network setup Note: The Print Setup Page contains information about the network printer settings, such as the TCP/IP address. Network Card menu This menu is available from the Network/Ports

Menu item Description View Hostname Lets you view the current TCP/IP hostname Note: This can be changed only from the Embedded Web Server. IP Address Lets you view or change the current TCP/IP Address Note: Manually setting the IP address sets the Enable DHCP and Enable Auto IP settings to Off. It also sets Enable BOOTP and Enable RARP to Off on systems that support BOOTP and RARP. Netmask Lets

Menu item Description View Hostname Lets you view the current setting View Address Note: These settings can be changed only from the Embedded Web Server. View Router Address Enable DHCPv6 Enables DHCPv6 in the printer On Note: On is the factory default setting. Off USB menu Menu item Description PCL SmartSwitch Sets the printer to automatically switch to PCL emulation when a print job received On

Menu item Description USB Buffer Sets the size of the USB input buffer Disabled Notes: Auto 3K to • Auto is the factory default setting. • The Disabled setting turns off job buffering. Any jobs already buffered on the disk are printed before normal processing is resumed. • The USB buffer size value can be changed in 1‑K increments. • The maximum size allowed

Menu item Description Time Zone (North, Central, and Specifies the time zone for the fax South America) Note: * indicates that this value does not have pre-programmed Daylight Savings Hawaii * Time Start and End times. Alaska Tijuana (PST) USA/Canada PST USA/Canada MST USA/Canada CST USA/Canada EST Canada AST Caracas (VET) Newfoundland (NST) Brasilia (BRT) Time Zone (Europe and Africa) Specifies

Menu item Description Time Zone (Australia and the Specifies the time zone for the fax Pacific region) Note: * indicates that this value does not have pre-programmed Daylight Savings Australia WST Time Start and End times. Australia CST Darwin (CST) * Australia EST Queensland (EST) * Tasmania (EST) Wellington (NZST) Not Listed Observe DST Accommodates Daylight Savings Time changes On Note: On is

Maintaining the printer Periodically, certain tasks are required to maintain optimum print quality. Cleaning the exterior of the printer 1 Make sure that the printer is turned off and unplugged from the wall outlet. CAUTION—SHOCK HAZARD: To avoid the risk of electric shock when cleaning the exterior of the printer, unplug the power cord from the wall outlet and disconnect all cables to the

Cleaning the scanner glass If you encounter print quality problems, such as streaks on copied or scanned images, clean the areas shown. 1 Slightly dampen a soft, lint-free cloth or paper towel with water. 2 Open the scanner cover. 1 3 1 @!. 2 ABC 4 GH I 3 DEF 5 JKL 7 PQR 6 MN S O 8 TUV * 0 9 WX YZ # 2 1 White undersides of the scanner glass cover and the ADF cover 2 Scanner glass and ADF glass 3

Cleaning the ADF separator rollers After you have copied over 5,000 pages using the ADF, or if streaks are appearing, clean the ADF separator rollers. 1 Open the ADF cover. 2 Unlock the separator roll. 3 Remove the separator roll. Maintaining the printer 116

4 Use a clean, lint-free cloth dampened with water to wipe the separator roller. 5 Reinstall the separator roll. 6 Lock the separator roll. Maintaining the printer 117

7 Use a second clean, lint-free cloth dampened with water to wipe the other separator roller while gently rotating it. 8 Close the ADF cover. Storing supplies Choose a cool, clean storage area for the printer supplies. Store supplies right side up in their original packing until you are ready to use them. Do not expose supplies to: • Direct sunlight • Temperatures above 35°C (95°F) • High

1 Type the printer IP address into the address field of your Web browser. Note: If you do not know the IP address of the printer, print a network setup page and locate the IP address in the TCP/IP section. 2 Click Device Status. The Device Status page appears, displaying a summary of supply levels. Ordering supplies To order supplies in the U.S., contact Lexmark at 1-800-539-6275 for information

You can also check the status of the photoconductor kit by printing a network setup page. Part name Part number Photoconductor kit X203H22G Replacing supplies Replacing the toner cartridge When 88 Cartridge is low appears, or when you experience faded print, remove the toner cartridge. Firmly shake it side‑to‑side and front‑to‑back several times to redistribute the toner, and then

2 Press the button on the base of the photoconductor kit, and then pull the toner cartridge out using the handle. 1 1 @!. 2 ABC 4 GHI 3 DEF 5 JKL 7 PQRS 6 MNO 8 TUV 9 WXYZ * 0 # 2 3 Unpack the new toner cartridge. 4 Shake the cartridge in all directions to distribute the toner. Maintaining the printer 121

5 Install the new toner cartridge by aligning the rollers on the toner cartridge with the arrows on the tracks of the photoconductor kit. Push the toner cartridge in as far as it will go. The cartridge clicks into place when correctly installed. 1 @!. 2 ABC 4 GHI 3 DEF 5 JKL 7 PQR 6 MNO S 8 TUV 9 WXY * 0 Z # 6 Close the front door. Replacing the photoconductor kit The printer automatically

1 Open the front door by pressing the button on the left side of the printer and lowering the front door. 1 @!. 2 ABC 4 GHI 3 DEF 5 JKL 7 PQRS 6 MNO 8 TUV 9 WXYZ * 0 # 2 Pull the photoconductor kit and toner cartridge out of the printer as a unit by pulling on the toner cartridge handle. Note: The photoconductor kit and toner cartridge form a unit. 1 @!. 2 ABC 4 GHI 3 DEF 5 JKL 7 PQRS 6 MNO 8 TUV

3 Press the button on the base of the photoconductor kit. Pull the toner cartridge up and out using the handle. 1 2 4 Unpack the new photoconductor kit. Be careful not to touch the photoconductor drum. Warning—Potential Damage: When replacing the photoconductor kit, do not leave the kit exposed to direct light for an extended period of time. Extended light exposure can cause significant print

5 Insert the toner cartridge into the photoconductor kit by aligning the rollers on the toner cartridge with the tracks. Push the toner cartridge until it clicks into place. 6 Install the unit into the printer by aligning the arrows on the guides of the unit with the arrows in the printer. Push the unit in as far as it will go. 1 @!. 2 ABC 4 GHI 3 DEF 5 JKL 7 PQRS 6 MNO 8 TUV 9 WXYZ * 0 # 7 After

• Use the handholds located on both sides of the printer to lift it. • Make sure your fingers are not under the printer when you set it down. • Before setting up the printer, make sure there is adequate clearance around it. For more information, see “Selecting a location for the printer” on page 12. The printer and options can be safely moved to another location by following these

Administrative support Finding advanced networking and administrator information This chapter covers basic administrative support tasks. For more advanced system support tasks, see the Networking Guide on the Software and Documentation CD and the Embedded Web Server Administrator's Guide on the Lexmark Web site at www.lexmark.com. Using the Embedded Web Server If the printer is installed on a

Checking the device status Using the Embedded Web Server, you can view paper tray settings, the level of toner in the print cartridge, the percentage of life remaining in the maintenance kit, and capacity measurements of certain printer parts. To view the device status: 1 Type the printer IP address in the address field of your Web browser. Note: If you do not know the IP address of the printer,

Troubleshooting Checking an unresponsive printer If there are basic printer problems, or the printer is unresponsive, make sure: • The power cord is plugged into the printer and a properly grounded electrical outlet. • The electrical outlet is not turned off by any switch. • The Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) has not tripped. • The printer is not plugged into any surge

Understanding printer messages Close front door Close the front door of the printer. Invalid Engine Code You need to download valid engine code for the printer. Note: Engine code may be downloaded while this message appears on the display. Load with Try one or more of the following: • Load the paper tray with the correct paper type and size. • Cancel the current job. Network/Network

Waiting The printer has received data to print, but is waiting for an End‑of‑Job command, a Form Feed command, or additional data. • Press to print the contents of the buffer. • Cancel the current print job. 31.yy Replace defective or missing cartridge The toner cartridge is either missing or not functioning properly. Try one or more of the following: • Remove the toner cartridge, and

39 Complex page, some data may not have printed Try one or more of the following: • Press the arrow buttons until Continue appears, and then press to clear the message and continue printing. • Cancel the current print job. 54 Standard network software error Try one or more of the following: • Press the arrow buttons until Continue appears, and then press to continue printing. • Turn the

200–250 paper jam 1 Clear the paper path. For more information, see “Clearing jams” on page 136. 2 After clearing the paper path, press to resume printing. 290–294 paper jams 1 Remove all original documents from the ADF. 2 Open the ADF cover. 3 Unlock the separator roll. 4 Remove the separator roll. Troubleshooting 133

5 Remove the jammed paper. 6 Reinstall the separator roll. 7 Lock the separator roll. 8 Close the ADF cover. Troubleshooting 134

9 Open the scanner cover, and then remove any jammed pages. 1 @!. 2 ABC 4 GH I 3 DEF 5 JKL 7 PQR 6 MN S O 8 TUV * 0 9 WX YZ # 10 Press . 840.01 Scanner Disabled This message indicates that the scanner has been disabled by the system support person. 840.02 Scanner Auto Disabled This message indicates that the printer identified a problem with the scanner and automatically disabled it. 1 Remove

Clearing jams By carefully selecting paper and loading it properly, you can avoid most jams. If jams do occur, follow the steps outlined in this chapter. To clear a jam message and resume printing, clear the entire paper path, and then press . If Jam Recovery is set to On, the printer prints a new copy of the page that jammed. If Jam Recovery is set to Auto, the printer may or may not print a new

200–201 paper jam 200 paper jam 1 Remove the tray from the printer. 1 @!. 2 ABC 4 GHI 3 DEF 5 JKL 7 PQRS 6 MNO 8 TUV 9 WXYZ * 0 # 2 Remove the jam if you see it here. 1 @!. 2 ABC 4 GHI 3 DEF 5 JKL 7 PQR 6 MNO S 8 TUV 9 WXY * 0 Z # 3 If you do not see it, see “201 paper jam” on page 138. Troubleshooting 137

201 paper jam 1 Open the front door, and then remove the photoconductor kit and toner cartridge. 1 @!. 2 ABC 4 GHI 3 DEF 5 JKL 7 PQRS 6 MNO 8 TUV 9 WXYZ * 0 # 2 Lift the flap at the front of the printer, and remove any jammed sheets. 3 Align and insert the photoconductor kit and toner cartridge. 4 Close the front door. 5 Insert the tray. 6 Press . Troubleshooting 138

202 paper jam CAUTION—HOT SURFACE: The inside of the printer might be hot. To reduce the risk of injury from a hot component, allow the surface to cool before touching. 1 Open the front door, and then remove the photoconductor kit and toner cartridge. 1 @!. 2 ABC 4 GHI 3 DEF 5 JKL 7 PQRS 6 MNO 8 TUV 9 WXYZ * 0 # 2 Lift the flap at the front of the printer, and then remove any jammed sheets.

3 Open the rear door. 4 Remove the jam. 5 Close the rear door. 6 Align and insert the photoconductor kit and toner cartridge. 7 Close the front door. 8 Press . Troubleshooting 140

241 paper jam 1 Remove the tray from the printer. 1 @!. 2 ABC 4 GHI 3 DEF 5 JKL 7 PQRS 6 MNO 8 TUV 9 WXYZ * 0 # 2 Remove the jam. 3 Insert the tray. 4 Press . Troubleshooting 141

251 paper jam A sheet of paper or specialty media failed to feed completely from the manual feeder. Part of it may be still visible. If it is visible, then gently pull the jammed sheet from the front of the manual feeder. If the sheet is not visible, then complete the following steps: 1 Remove the photoconductor kit and toner cartridge. 1 @!. 2 ABC 4 GHI 3 DEF 5 JKL 7 PQRS 6 MNO 8 TUV 9 WXYZ * 0

2 Lift the flap at the front of the printer, and then remove any jammed sheets. 3 Align and insert the photoconductor kit and toner cartridge. 4 Press . Solving printing problems Jobs do not print These are possible solutions. Try one or more of the following: MAKE SURE THE PRINTER IS READY TO PRINT Make sure Ready or Power Saver appears on the display before sending a job to print. CHECK TO SEE

MAKE SURE YOU ARE USING A RECOMMENDED USB OR ETHERNET CABLE For more information, visit the Lexmark Web site at www.lexmark.com. MAKE SURE PRINTER CABLES ARE SECURELY CONNECTED Check the cable connections to the printer to make sure they are secure. For more information, see the setup documentation that came with the printer. Multiple‑language PDFs do not print The documents contain unavailable

Large jobs do not collate These are possible solutions. Try one or more of the following: MAKE SURE COLLATE IS SET TO ON From Print Properties or the printer control panel Finishing menu, set Collate to On. Note: Setting Collate to Off in the software overrides the setting in the Finishing menu. REDUCE THE COMPLEXITY OF THE PRINT JOB Reduce the complexity of the print job by reducing the number

3 Lower the scanner unit. Poor copy quality These are some examples of poor copy quality: • Blank pages • Checkerboard pattern • Distorted graphics or pictures • Missing characters • Faded print • Dark print • Skewed lines • Smudges • Streaks • Unexpected characters • White or black lines in print These are possible solutions. Try one or more of the following. For additional

UNWANTED TONER IS IN THE BACKGROUND • Increase the background removal setting. • Adjust the darkness to a lighter setting. PATTERNS (MOIRÉ) APPEAR IN THE OUTPUT • Use the Text/Photo or Photo settings. • Adjust the scale setting. • Adjust the sharpness setting. TEXT IS LIGHT OR DISAPPEARING • Decrease the background removal setting. • Increase the contrast setting. • Decrease the

AN ERROR MAY HAVE OCCURRED IN THE PROGRAM Turn off and then restart the computer. Scanning takes too long or freezes the computer These are possible solutions. Try one or more of the following: OTHER SOFTWARE PROGRAMS MAY BE INTERFERING WITH SCANNING Close all programs not being used. THE SCAN RESOLUTION MAY BE SET TOO HIGH Select a lower scan resolution. Poor scanned image quality These are

CHECK THE POWER Make sure the printer is plugged in, the power is on, and Ready appears. CHECK THE CABLE CONNECTIONS Make sure the network or USB cable is securely connected to the computer and the printer. Cannot create a Scan Profile These are possible solutions. Try one or more of the following: CHECK THE JAVA SETTING If only a grey box appears, then make sure Sun Microsystems' Java Virtual

CHECK THE PRINTER CONNECTIONS Make sure the cable connections for the following hardware are secure, if applicable: • Telephone • Handset • Answering machine CHECK THE TELEPHONE WALL JACK 1 Plug a telephone into the wall jack. 2 Listen for a dial tone. 3 If you do not hear a dial tone, then plug a different telephone into the wall jack. 4 If you still do not hear a dial tone, then plug a

VOICE MAIL SERVICE MAY BE INTERFERING WITH THE FAX TRANSMISSION Voice Mail offered through your local telephone company may disrupt fax transmissions. To enable both Voice Mail and the printer to answer calls, you may want to consider adding a second telephone line for the printer. THE PRINTER MEMORY MAY BE FULL 1 Dial the fax number. 2 Scan the original document one page at a time. Can send but

MAKE SURE THE DOCUMENT IS LOADED PROPERLY Load the original document faceup, short edge first into the ADF or facedown on the scanner glass in the upper left corner. Note: Do not load postcards, photos, small items, transparencies, photo paper, or thin media (such as magazine clippings) into the ADF. Place these items on the scanner glass. MAKE SURE THE SHORTCUT NUMBER IS SET UP PROPERLY •

Solving paper feed problems Paper frequently jams These are possible solutions. Try one or more of the following: CHECK THE PAPER Use recommended paper and other specialty media. For more information, see “Paper and specialty media guidelines” on page 38. MAKE SURE THERE IS NOT TOO MUCH PAPER IN THE PAPER TRAY OR MANUAL FEEDER In the paper tray, make sure the stack of paper you load does not

5 Press the arrow buttons until Prt Quality Pgs appears, and then press . The print quality test pages print. 6 Press the arrow buttons until Exit Config Menu appears, and then press . Resetting the Printer appears briefly, and then Ready appears. Blank pages These are possible solutions. Try one or more of the following: PACKING MATERIAL MAY BE ON THE TONER CARTRIDGE OR PHOTOCONDUCTOR KIT 1

Clipped images These are possible solutions. Try one or more of the following: CHECK THE GUIDES Move the width and length guides in the tray to the correct positions for the paper size loaded. CHECK THE PAPER SIZE SETTING Make sure the paper size setting matches the paper loaded in the tray: 1 From the printer control panel, check the Paper Size setting from the Paper menu. 2 Before sending the

THE PHOTOCONDUCTOR KIT IS DEFECTIVE Replace the photoconductor kit. CHECK THE PAPER TYPE SETTING Make sure the paper type setting matches the paper loaded in the tray: 1 From the printer control panel, check the Paper Type setting from the Paper menu. 2 Before sending the job to print, specify the correct type setting: • For Windows users, specify the type from Print Properties. • For

Paper curl These are possible solutions. Try one or more of the following: CHECK THE PAPER TYPE SETTING Make sure the paper type setting matches the paper loaded in the tray: 1 From the printer control panel, check the Paper Type setting from the Paper menu. 2 Before sending the job to print, specify the correct type setting: • For Windows users, specify the type from Print Properties. • For

CHECK THE PAPER TYPE SETTING Make sure the paper type setting matches the paper loaded in the tray: 1 From the printer control panel, check the Paper Type setting from the Paper menu. 2 Before sending the job to print, specify the correct type setting: • For Windows users, specify the type from Print Properties. • For Macintosh users, specify the type from the Print dialog. THE TONER

CHECK THE PAPER TYPE SETTING Make sure the paper type setting matches the paper loaded in the tray: 1 From the printer control panel, check the Paper Type setting from the Paper menu. 2 Before sending the job to print, specify the correct type setting: • For Windows users, specify the type from Print Properties. • For Macintosh users, specify the type from the Print dialog. THE TONER MAY BE

CHECK THE PAPER TYPE • Try a different type of paper. • For transparencies, use only ones recommended by the printer manufacturer. • Make sure the Paper Type setting matches what is loaded in the tray or feeder. • Make sure the Paper Texture setting is correct for the type of paper or specialty media loaded in the tray or feeder. MAKE SURE THE TONER IS DISTRIBUTED EVENLY IN THE TONER

THERE MAY BE EXCESS TONER IN THE PAPER PATH Clean the toner from the paper path. If the problem persists, contact Customer Support. Streaked vertical lines ABCDE ABCDE ABCDE These are possible solutions. Try one or more of the following: THE TONER MAY SMEAR WHEN PAPER IS FED FROM A SPECIFIC SOURCE From Print Properties, the Print dialog, or the printer control panel, select another paper source

Toner rubs off These are possible solutions. Try one or more of the following: CHECK THE PAPER TYPE SETTING Make sure the paper type setting matches the paper loaded in the tray: 1 From the printer control panel, check the Paper Type setting from the Paper menu. 2 Before sending the job to print, specify the correct type setting: • For Windows users, specify the type from Print Properties. •

Transparency print quality is poor Try one or more of the following: CHECK THE TRANSPARENCIES Use only transparencies recommended by the printer manufacturer. CHECK THE PAPER TYPE SETTING Make sure the paper type setting matches the paper loaded in the tray: 1 From the printer control panel, check the Paper Type setting from the Paper menu. 2 Before sending the job to print, specify the correct

Notices Product information Product name: Lexmark X203n, Lexmark X204n Machine type: 7011 Model(s): 200, 215, 300, 315 Edition notice August 2011 The following paragraph does not apply to any country where such provisions are inconsistent with local law: LEXMARK INTERNATIONAL, INC., PROVIDES THIS PUBLICATION “AS IS” WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING, BUT NOT

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Noise emission levels The following measurements were made in accordance with ISO 7779 and reported in conformance with ISO 9296. Note: Some modes may not apply to your product. 1-meter average sound pressure, dBA Printing 51 dBA Scanning 52 dBA, 49dBA Copying 52 dBA Ready 26 dBA Values are subject to change. See www.lexmark.com for current values. Waste from Electrical and Electronic Equipment

ENERGY STAR Laser notice The printer is certified in the U.S. to conform to the requirements of DHHS 21 CFR Subchapter J for Class I (1) laser products, and elsewhere is certified as a Class I laser product conforming to the requirements of IEC 60825-1. Class I laser products are not considered to be hazardous. The printer contains internally a Class IIIb (3b) laser that is nominally a 7

Mode Description Power consumption (Watts) Printing The product is generating hard‑copy output from electronic inputs. 400 W Copying The product is generating hard‑copy output from hard‑copy original 460 W documents. Scanning The product is scanning hard‑copy documents. 60 W Ready The product is waiting for a print job. 70 W Power Saver The product is in energy‑saving mode. 10 W Off The

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Index Numerics canceling a job from one size to another 53 30 Invalid refill, change toner from Macintosh 47 improving copy quality 56 cartridge 131 from Windows 47 making a copy lighter or darker 54 31.yy Replace defective or missing canceling print jobs multiple pages on one sheet 55 cartridge 131 from printer control panel 47 on both sides of the paper 32 Replace unsupported card stock

envelopes fax troubleshooting I loading 35 blocking junk faxes 78 information, finding 11 tips 45 caller ID is not shown 149 installing environmental settings can receive but not send printer software 21 Eco‑Mode 26 faxes 151 Invalid Engine Code 130 Power Saver 27 can send but not receive IPv6 menu 109 Quiet Mode 28 faxes 151 Ethernet networking cannot send or receive a fax 149 Macintosh 23

IPv6 109 storing 40 print is too light 158 Network 106 unacceptable 39 print quality test pages 153 Network Card 108 Universal Paper Size 92 skewed print 159 Network Reports 107 Universal size setting 30 solid black streaks 159 Paper Texture 89 paper feed troubleshooting solid white streaks 159 Paper Weight 90 message remains after jam is streaked horizontal lines 160 PCL Emul 105 cleared

54 Standard network software toner cartridge 120 status of supplies, checking 118 error 132 reports storing 56 Standard USB port viewing 127 paper 40 disabled 132 Reports menu 93 supplies 118 84 PC Kit life warning 132 resolution, fax supplies 84 Replace PC Kit 132 changing 78 conserving 25 840.01 Scanner Disabled 135 status of 118 840.02 Scanner Auto S storing 118 Disabled 135 safety

can send but not receive USB port 21 faxes 151 cannot send or receive a fax 149 V received fax has poor print viewing quality 152 reports 127 troubleshooting, paper feed message remains after jam is cleared 153 W troubleshooting, print Waiting 131 incorrect characters print 144 Web site incorrect margins 156 finding 11 job takes longer than wired network setup expected 144 using Windows 23 jobs